Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders
侵华日军南京大屠杀遇难同胞纪念馆 · Qīnhuá Rìjūn Nánjīng Dàtúshā Yùnàn Tóngbāo Jìniànguǎn
The national memorial to the civilians and prisoners killed by Japanese troops after they took Nanjing in December 1937, built on a site where victims’ remains were found.
Booking requiredBring your passport2–3 hours
Tip
The exhibition is sombre and includes graphic photographs and remains. Dress neatly, keep your voice low and allow time afterwards; it is not a place to rush.
- Opening hours
- Tue–Sun 08:30–17:30, last entry 16:30. Closed Mondays except public holidays; may close for ceremonies (especially around 13 December).
- Price
- Free
- How to book
- Free real-name booking 1–7 days ahead through the memorial’s official WeChat account; passports are accepted. Slots are released at 08:00 daily (an extra release at 17:00 for the main exhibition). One booking per person per month. Show the booking QR code and your original passport at the gate. Could not get tickets? Tell us what you need
- Getting there
- Yunjin Road (Line 2), Exit 2, then Gate 1
- Address in Chinese
- 江苏省南京市建邺区水西门大街418号
Photo: 維基小霸王 · CC BY-SA 4.0
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